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(Message started by: PollyPocket on Oct 6^th, 2007, 1:25pm)

Title: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by PollyPocket on Oct 6^th, 2007, 1:25pm

Talledega 2000. Gettin' ready for tomorrow. :)

http://youtube.com/watch?v=JoyT4QOqjT0

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by cynjeep89 on Oct 6^th, 2007, 2:57pm

It's gonna snow! I swear it's gonna snow or somethin'!!

Got home from grocery shopping, turned on Speed Channel and saw a bunch of Toyotas had qualified. What the heck is going on?

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by Brewcrew on Oct 6^th, 2007, 3:03pm

Superior technology.

That's what the heck is goin' on. ;)

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by cynjeep89 on Oct 6^th, 2007, 3:16pm

Superior technology, eh? Take a look at Michael Waltrip's Did Not Qualify record.

I see those snow clouds forming in the distance.....oh wait, those aren't clouds. They are just a bunch of NASCAR Officials heading toward the Toyota garages. ;;D

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by Brewcrew on Oct 6^th, 2007, 3:24pm

I'm not even going to pretend to get into this with you, Cyn, cuz I don't know jack shit about NASCAR.

What I do know is that there are two Toyotas sitting in my garage. Why? Because they're some of the most dependable cars I've ever found.

Neither of them is on the NASCAR circuit, however. ;;D

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by cynjeep89 on Oct 6^th, 2007, 4:01pm

No problem, Bill. I've heard they are fairly dependable cars. They are just not doing well in racing.

Should be interesting to see how they do tomorrow at Dega.

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by cynjeep89 on Oct 6^th, 2007, 4:03pm

Cool video, Jen. I remember watching that race...neighbors thought I was crazy from screaming so much.

Also liked his "pass in the grass". Dale was one amazing driver.

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by barry_sword on Oct 6^th, 2007, 7:44pm

Thanks Jen, my most favorite race ever! I have it on VHS and the "raced version" die-cast #100,003 of 110,003 on my shelf.

Cyn, my neighbors were probably wondering the same thing here. I remember we had it cranked up pretty loud. ;;D

Tomorrow will be even louder as I have got me some new speakers since then! :o

Here are a couple pics of the die-cast I have of the last win for #3. :'( Thanks Dale!!!! 8)

http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b7ce27b3127ccebda42659786600000026101AZtGrZu5asU

http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b7ce27b3127ccebda42642f94d00000026101AZtGrZu5asU

Barry

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by PollyPocket on Oct 7^th, 2007, 8:10am

Cool car Barry!

Did y'all see the lineup?? Michael Waltrip is the pole sitter with FIVE Toyotas in the top 6 positions!

And wtf is NASCAR thinking by allowing Villeneuve to debut not only at Dega, but during the chase???????

This is gonna get ugly.

What's your race day food lineup? Its barbequed ribs and twice baked taters here.

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by barry_sword on Oct 7^th, 2007, 8:18am

Good morning Jen. I agree, wtf is Villeneuve doing on this track during the "chase"? All we can do is hope he stays out of the way.

Our race meal is Turkey and all the fixings, Angie is such a great cook. This is our Thanksgiving long weekend. We are having our friend Dave over (Gordon fan :o).

Enjoy the race!!! ;;D

Barry 8)

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by cynjeep89 on Oct 7^th, 2007, 8:49am

Happy Thanksgiving to Angie, Barry and all of our Canadian friends. Bet that turkey is gonna be smelling really good soon.

Can you send me some leftovers so I can have a turkey sandwich tomorrow?

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by barry_sword on Oct 7^th, 2007, 8:56am

on 10/07/07 at 08:49:00, cynjeep89 wrote:

Happy Thanksgiving to Angie, Barry and all of our Canadian friends. Bet that turkey is gonna be smelling really good soon.

Can you send me some leftovers so I can have a turkey sandwich tomorrow?

I would do it in a second if it was doable. I will take a pic for you instead. ;;D
What are you having for a Dega dinner?

Barry

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by cynjeep89 on Oct 7^th, 2007, 9:17am

Not sure yet what I am having for dinner.

Still trying to wake up actually. 8)

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by PollyPocket on Oct 7^th, 2007, 9:34am

Happy Thanksgiving Barry and family and our Canadian Clusterbuds!

Cyn, c'mon over. I'm sittin here eating sausage, eggs, english muffin, coffee and orange juice. That aughtta wake you up! :)

Talledega and Daytona are events at our house and I usually plan for days in advance. :D

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by Brewcrew on Oct 7^th, 2007, 9:48am

on 10/07/07 at 09:17:32, cynjeep89 wrote:

Still trying to wake up actually. 8)

WAKE UP!!!

Just trying to do my part. ;)

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by cynjeep89 on Oct 7^th, 2007, 10:12am

Thanks, Bill....I needed that!!

Third cup of java is helping, too.

Seriously need to get fully awake ASAP. I am going to meet Lisa (swimchica) and her Mom, Charlotte around 1:00....cool!!

John has promised to record the beginning of Dega for me so I don't miss one minute of it while I'm lunching with the ladies.

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by barry_sword on Oct 7^th, 2007, 10:20am

Have a great meet Cyn. I heard a rumor you have a new Sony digital camera, right? Pics if you can please.

Good to hear John is going to tape the beginning of the race for you, those first few laps give me goosebumps that last through out the whole race.

Damn I love restrictor plate racing!! 8) Say hi to Lisa and her mom for us.

Barry

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by Brewcrew on Oct 7^th, 2007, 10:42am

on 10/07/07 at 10:12:30, cynjeep89 wrote:

Please tell Charlotte that we had our mail held while we were gone, so I don't know if I received my little gift to Pat yet. We'll be getting a week's worth tomorrow. Also, ask her if she got the check I sent. Thanks.

Have fun, and say hi to Lisa and Charlotte for me!

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by cynjeep89 on Oct 7^th, 2007, 11:05am

Barry, I am still trying to figure out how to work my camera. It's not like my last point and shoot camera at all.

John keeps telling me to take time to sit down and read the manual but the more I read, the more the Japanese/German/Spanish instructions make more sense to me. Guess that's not a good sign, is it?

Bill, I will deliver your message and question to Charlotte and tell them that everyone says hello.

Well, time to get motivated so I can get to the restaurant in time.

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by Jonny on Oct 7^th, 2007, 1:52pm

I have Sirius satellite radio at my shop and you can listen to the drivers talk to the pit crew. I have not listened to it but thought you folks would be interested. ;)

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by barry_sword on Oct 7^th, 2007, 1:58pm

Thanks Jonny. :)

Barry

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by gore2424 on Oct 7^th, 2007, 6:14pm

WHAT FINISH Ü Terry(last name is GORDON)
so guess who I was wishing to win ?¿?

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by PollyPocket on Oct 7^th, 2007, 8:02pm

grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr freakin Gordon!!! shit!

btw: ty Jonny. wish I could hear that.

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by barry_sword on Oct 7^th, 2007, 8:13pm

ANOTHER ENGINE.!! We were waiting for that to happen.

Barry :P

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by cynjeep89 on Oct 7^th, 2007, 8:15pm

D.E.I = Dead Engines, Incorporated.

So glad Jr. won't have to deal with this poo much longer.

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by Racer1_NC on Oct 7^th, 2007, 10:50pm

on 10/07/07 at 08:10:33, PollyPocket wrote:

And wtf is NASCAR thinking by allowing Villeneuve to debut not only at Dega, but during the chase???????

on 10/07/07 at 08:18:23, barry_sword wrote:

I agree, wtf is Villeneuve doing on this track during the "chase"? All we can do is hope he stays out of the way.

Looks like everyone's fears were unfounded. He did just fine.......better than some of Nascar's self proclaimed "Best drivers in the world." ;;D

on 10/07/07 at 10:42:56, Brewcrew wrote:

We'll be getting a week's worth tomorrow.

Don't look for any mail tomorrow......USPS employees are observing Columbus Day on Monday. Don't feel bad...that's one holiday I forget about myself.

on 10/07/07 at 20:15:52, cynjeep89 wrote:

D.E.I = Dead Engines, Incorporated.

So glad Jr. won't have to deal with this poo much longer.

All he'll have to put up with next year is playing 3rd fiddle to Gordon and JJ. ;)

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by Brewcrew on Oct 7^th, 2007, 11:04pm

on 10/07/07 at 22:50:39, Racer1_NC wrote:

Don't look for any mail tomorrow......USPS employees are observing Columbus Day on Monday. Don't feel bad...that's one holiday I forget about myself.

You need a hobby.

Badly.

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by Racer1_NC on Oct 7^th, 2007, 11:06pm

on 10/07/07 at 23:04:54, Brewcrew wrote:

You need a hobby.

Badly.

[smiley=laugh.gif]

Title: Re: 1 of the greatest moments in racing
Post by barry_sword on Oct 8^th, 2007, 6:25am

Well hats off to our Canadian driver Jacques Villeneuve. He stated in pre-race that he would give up the 6th starting spot and fall to the back of the pack before the green flag waved so he would not interfer with the title contenders and he did just that!

It was funny listening to some of the interviews before the race, some calling him "john" "Jock" "Jack" [smiley=laugh.gif] He was being a gentleman out there but I watched him race open wheel (Cart and Formula1) and he can play rough on the track if he wants to but he behaved himself at Talladega and I was proud of that.

Barry